What is the primary function of the legislative branch, also known as Congress?

To write and vote on legislation (laws), make the government's budget, tax citizens, declare war, and perform government oversight.

The executive branch is led by the President. What are the President's main responsibilities?

To enforce or veto laws, act as commander-in-chief of the military, conduct diplomacy, and sign treaties.

To interpret laws and decide if a law is unconstitutional.

Name: Three Branches of Government
Author: Insta~Lesson

8th Grade · Social Studies · 50 min

I can describe the roles of the three branches of government as defined in Articles 1-3 of the Constitution.

1
The three branches of the U.S. government are the legislative, executive, and judicial branches.
2
The legislative branch, or Congress, is made up of the Senate and the House of Representatives.
3
The leader of the executive branch is the president, whose job is to enforce or veto laws made by Congress.

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